SQL

Microsoft SQL Server uses a Master Data File (MDF) to store its primary data files. Other than primary data files, SQL Server also includes Not Master Data File (NDF) and Log Data File (LDF). SQL database relies on these files for routine functioning. Any kind of problem in any of these files could halt the working of your databases and the software using them will stop working properly.

At times, several anomalies in the MDF and NDF files obstruct the functioning of the SQL Server, such as database corruption, virus intrusion, or a system failure. These factors necessitate carrying out SQL Server recovery from MDF and NDF files.

You can perform SQL Server recovery from MDF and NDF files manually with the help of SQL Server Management Studio or T-SQL. Alternatively, there is also the option to restore the SQL Server database from MDF and NDF files by using a third-party SQL Recovery tool. We will discuss these ways right here.